Program Overview
The Biology at Saint Joseph's University is a MSc programme in Natural Sciences over 24 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of natural sciences. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Biology programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United States and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: USD 1,023 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 1,023 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
- Location: Philadelphia, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Biology programme are prepared for diverse careers in natural sciences:
- Research Scientist
- Environmental Consultant
- Laboratory Manager
- Science Writer
- Policy Advisor
- Academic Researcher
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Animal Behavior
- Comparative Anatomy
- Ecology
- Plant Systematics
- Invertebrate Zoology
- Bioinformatics
- Applied and Environmental Microbiology
- Evolution\nBiotechnology
- Cell Structure and Function
- Advanced Cell Biology
- Biochemistry
- Light and Electron Microscopy
- Molecular Genetics
- Neurobiology
- General Microbiology
- Molecular and Cellular Biophysics
- Systemic organization
- Biometrics and Modeling
- Biomechanics
- Developmental Biology
- Plant Physiological Ecology
- Immunology
- Systemic Physiology
- Bacterial Pathogenesis
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- The candidate for the M.A. degree in\nBiology must maintain a grade point\naverage of 3.0 or above to remain in the\nprogram.
- Successful completion of all requirements\nmust be accomplished within a maximum\nof 5 years from the time of acceptance to\nthe program.\xc2\xa0
- All of the requirements described in this\ndocument represent minimum\nrequirements, and it is understood that the\nGraduate Committee may require\nadditional work to make up for\ndeficiencies in the student\xc2\x92s background.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 1,023 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 1,023 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 1,023 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 1,023 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Saint Joseph's University directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About Saint Joseph's University
Saint Joseph's University
Philadelphia, United States
Saint Joseph's University is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields....
University Profile- Application Deadline 2015-06-18
- Start Date 2018-08-27
- Language English
- Duration 24 months